Istanbul to Seattle Flights
Flights from Istanbul (IST) to Seattle (SEA) connect Turkey and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 9,745 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 13 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include IST, SAW and SEA. The reverse route is Seattle to Istanbul. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Destination
- Seattle, United States
- Distance
- 9,745 km
- Typical duration
- about 13 hours
- Origin codes
- IST, SAW
- Destination codes
- SEA
- Primary keyword
- flights from Istanbul to Seattle
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Route overview
Istanbul to Seattle is a city-pair air route between Turkey and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are IST and SEA. Related codes: IST, SAW → SEA.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 9,745 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 13 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Istanbul airports and metro codes: IST, SAW.
Seattle airports and metro codes: SEA.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Seattle to Istanbul, other destinations from Istanbul, and other origins into Seattle.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Istanbul to Seattle?
Direct flights from Istanbul to Seattle typically take about 13 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Istanbul to Seattle?
The great-circle distance between Istanbul and Seattle is approximately 9,745 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Istanbul to Seattle?
Istanbul is commonly searched with code IST (related: IST, SAW). Seattle is commonly searched with code SEA (related: SEA).
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to Seattle?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Seattle to Istanbul?
The reverse city pair is Seattle to Istanbul. Distance is the same great-circle measure (9,745 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Istanbul to Seattle route connect?
This route connects Turkey (Istanbul) with United States (Seattle).